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  • Dtc Approach: An Interesting Aspect Of Genetic Testing Industry
    By: Shushmul Maheshwari | - According to a new report by RNCOS, Global Genetic Testing Market Analysis, the genetic testing market has witnessed a rapid growth over the past few years mainly backed by personalization of medical treatment. The market has reached an estimated mark of US$ 1.7 Billion in 2011 and is expected to exhibit splendid performance in the coming future also. This growth is also likely to propel growth of the other segments like next-generation sequencing and biomarker discovery.

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  • Next-generation Sequencing Market To Touch Us$ 2 Billion-mark By 2015
    By: Shushmul Maheshwari | - The global genetic testing market represents one of the leading applications of the molecular diagnostics industry, in which the use of next-generation sequencing (NGS) platforms is small as compared to other sectors, but it is likely to grow in future. As per a new report released by RNCOS, the market for NGS has expanded in the recent times. With new innovations and disease diagnostic techniques coming to marketplace, the NGS platforms can be built accordingly. Backed by the sustained penetrat ...
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  • Global Genetic Testing Market Worth Us$ 1.5 Billion, To Grow Significantly
    By: Shushmul Maheshwari | - One of the leading sectors of molecular diagnostics, the genetic testing has witnessed a rapid growth across the globe in the past few years. The report, Global Genetic Testing Market Analysis by RNCOS, says that the levels of both research and development, and investment are rising in the gene-based tests. With the increasing awareness about genetic disorders, the global genetic testing market has already reached the mark of US$ 1.5 Billion in 2010. It is estimated that the segment will g ...
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  • Paternity Testing The Basics
    By: Karl McDonald | - Paternity testing is used to establish the paternity of a child in an accurate and scientific manner. This type of DNA test can be done before the birth or after the birth of a child and can moreover, be used for legal, at home or immigration purposes. Any type of paternity test will provide a probability of paternity of 99.9% or higher if the alleged man is truly the father of the child.

    The actual test involves analysis of the DNA profiles of alleged father and child; a child will ...

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  • Genetic Testing
    By: Jimmy | - There is no known cure for autism spectrum disorder (ASD or autism). Perhaps this is because the origin as to what causes this disorder is still unknown. There are several claims as to what causes autism, but there are no scientifically proven claims, yet. Causes of some symptoms of autism, on the other hand, can be determined through a process called genetic testing.

    Genetic testing is a medical test that can identify changes in chromosomes, genes, and proteins. It is done to confi ...

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  • Dna Testing: Things You Need To Know
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    Kathleen Chester |
    - According to the statistics published by DNA Testing Centre, Inc., 85.8% of the total DNA tests performed globally are to confirm paternity and only 1.6% tests are performed to confirm maternity. There are many reasons to get this test done. Some common reasons are:

    1. To confirm ones relationship with the father

    2. To confirm ones relationship with the mother

    3. To confirm ones relationship with the siblings

    4. To confirm ones poss ...

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  • What Is Genetic Counseling?
    By: Heather MacGibbon | - Hi this is Becky, I am Genetic Counselor with the hospital. I am calling about a patient who needs an appointment

    This is one of the most difficult phone calls we get at Parkmed Physicians. Usually this means that we will be having a woman and her partner come in just after hearing the devastation news. Their potential pregnancy, usually a wanted and planned for pregnancy, has been diagnosed with a serious defect which has lead them to decided to terminate. However, what l ...

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  • Importance Of Dna Testing For Immigration
    By: Kurt Ross | - Immigration is the process of moving from a resident country to a foreign country with prior and proper permission from the resident country's government. It is typically motivated by a search for better livelihood and economic conditions as well as future employment prospects.

    Securing immigration to Colorado is certainly not as easy as it used to be during the times of our forefathers; and it showing no signs of letting up with Colorado's recent passing of one of the toughest sets ...

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  • Using Dna Testing For Legal Purposes
    By: Kurt Ross | - For some Coloradans, DNA testing can help with a number of legal purposes. This effective form of genetic testing can be used to establish paternity in custody cases, child support cases, and even to determine kinship for immigration status. Despite the large range of purposes, however, there are only two ways to have genetic DNA testing done. Both require the aid of a laboratory.

    Laboratory testing

    For some Colorado residents, DNA testing is done in a laboratory settin ...

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  • Colorado's Paternity Laws And Dna Testing
    By: Kurt Ross | - We are all born with a unique set of genetic outline known as our DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid.) Since DNA is carried down from parents to child, DNA classification provides a highly accurate way to establish the biological relationships between a child and the alleged father. By comparing DNA profiles, the genetic relatedness of individuals can be determined.

    DNA Testing for Paternity typically involves examining the genetic structure of a child in order to find out his or her identi ...

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  • Paternity Tests - Who Needs It And How Much Does It Cost?
    By: Lenore Fett | - Technology has advanced to a state where genetic testing is easy. Paternity, which happens to mean fatherhood, can now be established with genetic testing. DNA based paternity testing is usually 99% accurate. Of course, you may be wondering who needs to use this type of testing and how much it costs. Here is a closer look at a paternity test and important information you need to know.
    Reasons to Have Paternity Tests Done
    You'll find that many reasons to have paternity tests done exis ...

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  • Should You Have A Genetic Testing?
    By: Charles Godbout | - Genetic testing is an investigation of an individual's DNA, including, the RNA, metabolites, and proteins for the purpose of detecting and predicting genetic variations that may have potential for developing illnesses. A gene test is unlike any other tests. Its results are instrumental in shaping decisions as far as treatment and medical management are concerned.

    It could be clinical in nature so as to examine the specimens and use the results-which are normally done in writing-fo ...

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  • Genetic Research: Prevention And Treatment Of Disease
    By: Charles Godbout | - Even after the Human Genome Project was completed in April 2003, scientists continue to conduct genetic research from different countries. Now that they are one step closer to understanding heredity and diseases, scientists are developing new technologies to prevent certain diseases and to treat them with personalized medicine.

    For quite some time now, we have been taught by medical experts that common diseases-such as asthma, cancers, diabetes, and heart disease-and rare ones lik ...

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  • Choosing A Laboratory For Genetic Testing
    By: Charles Godbout | - Genetic testing was supposed to make the search for gene test laboratories simple. However, in some areas, the laboratories are hard to locate. Also, for some diseases, there could only be one laboratory that can provide the appropriate genetic test. There have been US patents issued to cover diagnostic testing for some genetic illnesses.

    In choosing a laboratory, a few considerations should be taken. This includes the laboratory personnel, compatibility, reliability, ease of com ...

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  • Insights On Genetic Testing
    By: Charles Godbout | - Genetic testing provides several advantages both to patients and physicians. The test can be done for diagnosis, prevention and treatment of certain disorders. It can also determine whether an individual has a gene that may bring illness and the chances of the illness to be passed on to the next generation. If the person has been diagnosed of a certain disease, the genetic test can be helpful in determining whether a specific therapy is efficient; if not, it will be helpful in choosing which tre ...
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  • How Different Is Genetic Testing From Other Tests?
    By: Charles Godbout | - Genetic testing is the process of evaluating and analyzing a person's DNA. This includes the genes, chromosomes, proteins and some metabolites. The purpose of such test is to determine the alterations which can indicate a hereditary illness. The analysis of the genes can be done in many ways depending on the type of test and for what purpose.

    Though it may share some common characteristics with other laboratory testing, the genetic test is unique in some ways and requires differen ...

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  • Gift Your Child Genetic Identity
    By: 800dnaexam | - According to Dr Jeanette Papp, director of genotyping and sequencing in the University of California at Los Angeles of human genetics, 15% of children born in the Western world are victims of paternity fraud. Statistics from the United States, Australia and other countries show that approximately 30% of all paternity tests rule out the presumed father as the biological father. Paternity fraud is the act of falsely naming a man to be the biological father of a child particularly for the purpose o ...
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  • The Processes Of Genetic Testing
    By: Charles Godbout | - A Genetic testing is the process of analyzing the DNA and RNA and components such as the chromosomes, proteins and some metabolites for the purpose of detecting any modifications that may be associated with a genetic disorder.
    The Genetic test can be accomplished in many ways.

    However, there are selected methodologies in conducting such tests, depending on which approach should apply. These methodologies are grouped into three, DNA-based methodologies, Molecular Cytogenet ...

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  • Understanding The Process Of Ordering A Genetic Testing
    By: Charles Godbout | - A Genetic testing is not performed on an individual unless it is ordered by a Genetic professional. The Genetics professionals may perform first a Genetic counseling or Genetic consultation as most types of Genetic tests require these. As soon as the Genetic professional established the need for a Gene test, it shall be ordered from a laboratory.

    Genetic professionals are health care professionals who have completed relevant degrees and earned experienced in genetic counseling and ...

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  • Understanding A Genetic Consultation
    By: Charles Godbout | - As a healthcare service, a genetic consultation is available for everyone who wishes to gain support and information on whether he or she is at risk of developing genetic disorders. Genetics professionals converged with the individual and family to discuss genetic risks or to rule out, confirm or diagnose a genetic condition.

    Besides the geneticists, the genetic counselors may be involved in a genetic consultation. Geneticists are medical doctors whose specialization is genetics, ...

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  • Pointers To Remember In Genetic Testing
    By: Charles Godbout | - Genetic testing makes diagnosis, treatment and or prevention of a genetic disease easier and more precise than before its inception. By administering a Genetic test, there will be more room for alternative solutions, more chances of recovery and lesser risks. There are many types of Gene tests conductive depending on the goal of both the individual and the professional ordering the test.

    Common Genetic tests are Diagnostic, Predictive, Carrier, Pre-natal, Pre-implantation, and New ...

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  • Pointers To Remember In Genetic Testing Ii
    By: Charles Godbout | - Earlier, the definitions and points to consider in carrying out different types of Genetic Testing were discussed. Genetic test has been helping individuals who are unaware or suspicious that they may be a carrier of genetic condition or at risk of developing such condition.

    Through a thorough analysis and evaluation of one's DNA, RNA, proteins, chromosomes and some metabolites, genetics professional can determine whether an individual has the gene mutation.

    There ...

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  • Applications Of Genetic Testing
    By: Charles Godbout | - Genetic Testing seeks to analyze and evaluate the DNA of an individual for the purpose of determining the presence of a gene that is responsible for or has the potential of causing an illness. Should there be any indication of such gene, it is also the responsibility of the medical professional performing the Genet test to appraise the risks involved in developing such disease, risks of passing such disease on to the next generation, and the risks of recurrence.

    Depending on the ...

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  • What Is Dna Testing?
    By: Lily Wrick | - DNA testing has become quite common a subject among the common public. Though it came to be known mainly for its use in high - profile paternity suits and criminal investigations, it has gained tremendous popularity because of its being used in tracing genealogy. It is now possible for any person to submit his DNA sample for testing. People looking forward to reconstruct their family trees can now take the help of organizations offering DNA testing services. Actually, DNA testing is a method emp ...
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  • What Is Autosomal Dna Testing?
    By: Lily Wrick | - Autosomal DNA testing is a method for determining the parentage of an individual. DNA testing is becoming increasingly common among the public for determining ancestry and parentage. Previously used only for legal and governmental purposes, DNA testing is now being used by individuals as well. DNA testing has many uses but its main use is providing help in proving relationships.

    The human genetic make - up is perhaps the most authentic part of the body. The DNA structure of an indi ...

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  • How Does Gene Testing Work?
    By: Charles Godbout | - The Gene testing, the most recent and sophisticated technique used by researchers to determine genetic disease involves the direct investigation of the DNA molecule of the human body. There are also other types of gene testing including the biochemical tests for gene products like the enzymes, and some proteins. There are also microscopic investigations of fluorescent chromosomes or stained chromosomes.

    Gene tests are generally used for carrier screening, pre-implantation genetic ...

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  • The Promises Of Gene Test
    By: Charles Godbout | - Gene test is a process of analyzing an individual's genetic makeup, normally a sample of blood cells, tissues or body fluids for a possible aberrant genes which may carry diseases, which can be passed on to the next generation. It has been available to consumers shortly after the Human Genome Project was completed in 2003.

    Many physicians recommend genetic testing for a few reasons.

    First, as a preventative measure, a couple may want to determine whether any of them ...

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  • Diseases That Can Be Predicted With Gene Tests
    By: Charles Godbout | - Anybody can be tested with gene test, a process of examining a person's genes to determine whether he or she is at risks of obtaining genetic diseases, which can also be passed on to her or his children. Included in the genetic testing are a variety of laboratory techniques to analyze genes or markers near the genes that may help trace the family history of genetic illnesses, and determine symptoms of a possible genetic disorder.

    In predictive gene tests, the researchers may look ...

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  • Testing Dna For Genealogy Purposes
    By: Lily Wrick | - DNA testing is an absolutely amazing branch of science that is being increasingly used by genealogists. The science of DNA has the ability to link families together. DNA testing can solve genealogical problems that were otherwise rendered unsolvable. DNA for genealogy is a matter of great excitement among people but before it is tried, it is important to understand what it can and cannot reveal. The most important thing about DNA for genealogy is to determine what one hopes to learn from it. In ...
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  • How Genetic Counseling Works
    By: Charles Godbout | - A genetic counseling involves the evaluation of a family history and medical records to determine the risks of possible genetic disorders. The results of such evaluation are sought to help come up with the best solution or treatment should the disease start developing, or to find ways on how best to avoid its occurrence.

    In every session of counseling, a genetic counselor is present. Genetic counselors are specially trained health professionals whose tasks involve providing inform ...

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  • Understanding Genetic Counseling
    By: Charles Godbout | - Genetic counseling seeks to help people evaluate medical records and family history. In most circumstances, people who had genetic testing or would be interested in such tests are likely to consult a genetic counselor to help them facilitate the ordering of genetic testing and in evaluating its results.

    Through a genetic counseling, patients who are newly diagnosed to have been afflicted of a particular disease, couples and those who are planning a pregnancy are given understandin ...

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  • Cheap Dna Testing ˆ The Differences
    By: arnaveed | - With the advent of detailed knowledge about the human genome, genetic testing has entered popular consciousness. Whether it is deciding the paternity of a contested child, or looking out for early signs of hereditary disease, genetics are now at the forefront of medical science, replacing more old fashioned methods like blood testing with a surprising efficiency. As is the case with any advance in science, it has had an impact on the way people approach their health.
    The Internet is awash ...

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  • Dna For Child Custody
    By: atif saleem | - There is no question that the DNA test is far more familiar than it was only a year ago. Once upon a time, the threat of a paternity test was only ever seen in the closing moments of soap operas, a dramatic device to generate excitement and anticipation. Yet, with the human genome on the way to being mapped, and genetic testing becoming an important part of medical disease prevention, the paternity DNA test has entered the popular consciousness.

    For many years, child custody cases w ...

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  • The Basics Of Dog Dna Testing
    By: Angela Hughes | - Canine DNA testing for mixed-breed dogs is becoming a popular option for dog owners who wish to learn more about their dogs' ancestry. Dog breed tests often come in the form of at-home kits, which allow you to administer a simple cheek swab DNA test and send the results to the lab. In just a few short weeks you can find out your dog's genetic breed makeup and finally get the answers you've been seeking regarding your dog's appearance and behaviors. Below, get a basic overview of the main compone ...
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  • Dna Paternity Testing And The Factors That Affect Costing
    By: mikelewis | - The Standard of Test Requested

    There are several factors that can affect the quality of the DNA paternity test, most of them also having a price implication: basically, the lower the price the lower the quality of the test. For example, although the current industry standard involves 16 genetic loci, it is possible to reduce this to save on cost, but at the expense of quality. Similarly, a Promega validated test kit will cost more than one put together by the laboratory involved, ...

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  • The Benefits Of Dna Testing For Dogs
    By: Art Gib | - I would guess that the majority of Americans have owned a pet dog at one time or another. Some of these animals are certified as "purebred," but the vast majority are not. Some favor one breed or another, and the owners will proudly proclaim, "He's a German Shepherd mix!" The dog obviously has the traits of a German Shepherd, but what about the "mix?" Husky? Chihuahua?

    Just as in humans, DNA testing can determine the background of a dog. Many of the different breeds of dogs ...

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  • Personalized Health Insurance Plans In Danger From Reform
    By: Yamileth Medina | - One major objection to the healthcare reform bill making its way through Congress is that it may have a chilling effect on medical innovation. Advances in genetic testing have led to personalized health insurance plans that take an individual's genetic makeup into account when prescribing treatment. Unfortunately, expert Dr. Francis Collins warns that the Obama administration's focus on comparative effectiveness research, meant to reduce health care costs, could endanger this emerging field. Res ...
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  • Make A Difference In Your Life With Personal Dna Testing
    By: Ashley Ford | - In this day and age we have witnessed both medical technology and DNA testing take us in a whole new direction that we were once only capable of dreaming about. Through advancements in genetic analysis criminals can almost effortlessly be identified, the innocent exonerated and illness and disease can be diagnosed. But now personalized genetic profiling can be used in a more finely tuned and predictive manner. By predicting and identifying what potential health and disease risks you may be mo ...
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  • Genetic Testing For Nutritional Supplementation - The New Wave Of False Hope?
    By: Duncan Wierman | - Controversy exist in the health and nutritional world over the use of genetic testing to determine the role of personalized supplementation for optimal health and wellness.

    Dr. J. Alexander Bralley, of MetaMetrix Clinical Laboratory, states: The genetic tests are good for revealing a person's tendencies for various needs. But they don't tell you how effective the intervention is or whether the tendency is expressing itself and to what degree. The other problem is that there ar ...

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  • 9 Uses Of Dna Testing
    By: MatthewPawlina | - Genetic analysis is gaining popularity quickly and a genetic testing resource as well as information is available widely on the internet, in magazines, as well as in libraries.

    Advances in science are finding many uses in the field of health, forensics, and genealogy. While a few years ago genetic testing or DNA testing was limited to governmental and research institutions today any individual can approach a laboratory and get DNA tests done.

    Information on DNA test ...

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  • Dna Fingerprinting And Paternity Testing
    By: Peter Wood | - In 1984 a discovery was made that highlighted the power of DNA as an indispensible tool for human identity and relationship testing. The technique - The DNA Fingerprint - was developed by Professor Sir Alec Jeffreys of Leicester University. As with conventional fingerprints, where various loops and ridges are compared between individuals, DNA testing relies on comparing certain DNA features called DNA markers between two (or more) DNA samples and studying similarities between them.


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  • Dna Testing And The Criminal Justice System
    By: Kevin Camilleri | - DNA testing is a vital tool in establishing the true owner of genetic material, or in resolving disputes as to parentage such as in the case of DNA Paternity Testing. But it is also of use in a more social context in the sphere of solving crime and delivering justice.

    Compared to fifty years ago, thanks to advances in DNA testing, police forces the world over are finding convictions for more serious crimes are seriously boosted by the availability of DNA testing techniques. ...

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  • Unravelling The Genetic Code
    By: Peter Wood | - Change is the only constant, - so the saying goes. Nowhere is this truer than within the realms of bio-analytical science... its quite remarkable to see how much things can, and do, change. In the 50 or so years since the structure of DNA was revealed, mankind has progressed by leaps and bounds in developing new applications, from DNA fingerprint profiling and Dolly the cloned sheep, to personalised drug development based on the genetic make-up of an individual.

    These dis ...

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  • How To Beat A Dna Paternity Test
    By: David Faulkner | - Do you think you know how to beat a DNA paternity test? Well some people have given advice on how to beat a paternity test, but in all reality, you cannot alter your DNA. You can try drugs, food, water intake, medications and alcohol, but the results will remain the same, if you are a parent, it will show up in the genetic DNA paternity testing procedure.

    We can find the latest story about Anna Nicole Smith and her child's paternity quiet the opposite of someone thinking they can ...

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  • Some Conditions Diagnosed By Genetic Testing
    By: Amanda Fain | - Some good things about genetic testing are the ability to find out if you carry a specific gene or if you have a gene that will result in a genetic disorder in the future. Some of the conditions diagnosed by genetic testing are cystic fibrosis, Huntington disease and Down syndrome. This has become a normal procedure done with pregnant women and both parents even before conception.

    Parents can be screened before deciding to have children and find out if they are a carrier of a spe ...

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  • What Is Genetic Testing And What Does It Reveals?
    By: Smruti Ranjan Sarangi | - Genes - the chemical messages of heredity - constitute a blueprint of our possibilities and limitations. The legacy of generations of ancestors, our genes carry the key to our similarities and our uniqueness.

    When genes in genetic testing are working properly, our bodies develop and function smoothly. But should a single gene - even a tiny segment of a single gene - go awry, the effect can be dramatic: deformities and disease, even death.

    In the past 20 years, amazi ...

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  • The Promise Of Dna Testing For The Masses
    By: Arnold Stockard | - In October 2005, I.B.M announced that genetic information would not be used in hiring or to make decisions for health care benefits. The statement was made as DNA testing appeared likely to become an important business, with numerous start-up firms seeking to establish themselves in the consumer market. Indeed, I.B.M. itself is heavily involved in genetics information research, but when it comes to the potential of DNA testing, one word might describe the future: Google.

    The foun ...

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